Thailand's National Theatre is on Na Phra That Road next to the National Museum. Thai Classical dramas and other types of international arts are periodically staged here. Current programmer can be checked by telephoning the theatre (2241342) on weekdays between 8.30 am. and 4.30 pm. Special exhibition shows of Thai classical dancing and music are held on the last Friday and Saturday of each month, Please contact the theatre for details.
Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre Located on New Road near the Old Siam Plaza. Thai musical dance drama or Khon is an annual event to be on stage during winter season Plays occupy the rest of the time around the year.
Music art Center Shares the same building with the Bangkok Bank Ltd., Phan Fa Branch. There are performances, discussions and activities on Fridays with free admission. Call 2822396 for more details.
Bangkok Playhouse Saturdays and Sundays. For further information, contact The Bangkok Playhouse, Tel. 31976414
Thailand cultural Centre Located on Ratchadaphisek Road, the Thailand Cultural centre was first opened December 1987, celebrating the 60 the birth anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. It is fully integrated venue for social education and cultural activities. The main buildings include the MAIN HALL, a 2,000 seat auditiorium fully equipped for stage presentations, concerts and international conferences, the SMALL HALL, a 500 seat multi-purpose auditorium integrated with a 1,000 seat amphitheatre, and the SOCIAL EDUCATION AND EXHIBITION BUILDING which houses a cultural library and Thai Life Permanent Exhibition. The exhibition hall is open on weekdays.
Thai Boxing Thai boxing is both a sport and a means of self defence. Contestants are allowed to use almost any part of their body: feet, elbows, legs, knees, shoulders are all ''weapons". The playing of traditional music during bouts makes for even greater excitement. There are three venues for this type of sport.
Tuition and Fees :
Fundamental Muay Thai 1-3: US$ 160 per course
Fundamental Muay Thai 4 (Professional): US$ 1,200
Muay Thai Instructors 1 & 2: US$ 288 per course
Muay Thai Instructors 3: US$ 320
Amature Muay Thai Referees & Judges (International): US$320
Professional Muay Thai Referees & Judges (International): US$320
Thai Boxing Live
Lumpini Stadium
Rama IV Road, Bangkok Tel: (662) 252-8765, 251-4303, 253-7702, 253-7940
Fight Nights: Tuesdays and Fridays from 6.30 p.m, Saturday afternoons 5-8 p.m., Saturday nights from 8.30 p.m.
Ticket prices: 220, 440, 1,000 baht (ringside)
Ratchadamnoen Stadium
Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue Tel: (662) 281-4205, 280-1684-6
Fight Nights: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, starting at 6.30 p.m.
Ticket Prices: 220, 440, 1,000 baht (ringside); special discount on Sunday nights
Channel 7 Stadium Behind the old Northern Bus Terminal (Morchit), opp. Chatuchak Park, Bangkok
Tel: (662) 272-0201
Fight Schedule: Sundays, from 1.45 p.m., third Wednesday of each month starting at 12.00 noon
Ticket prices: Free admission
